On Saturday, Chinese President Xi Jinping expressed his readiness to work with Vietnamese leaders to deepen strategic mutual trust and strengthen practical cooperation. Marking the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties between China and Vietnam, Xi emphasized the goal of building a China-Vietnam community with a shared future of strategic significance.
In his exchange of congratulations with General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee To Lam and Vietnamese President Luong Cuong, Xi highlighted the profound friendship between the two socialist neighbors. \"Since the establishment of diplomatic ties 75 years ago, the two sides have fought side by side and supported each other in their struggle for national independence and liberation,\" Xi stated. He noted that the phrase \"we are both comrades and brothers\" vividly portrays the close relations between the two parties and countries.
Xi recalled his successful visit to Vietnam in 2023, during which both sides pledged to work towards a China-Vietnam community with a shared future carrying strategic significance. This commitment has elevated the relationship between the two parties and countries to a new level.
Amid unprecedented global changes, Xi emphasized that China and Vietnam continuing to faithfully follow the path of socialism bears on the future of both nations and the global socialist cause. He remarked that their cooperation holds great significance for regional and global peace, stability, development, and prosperity.
Looking ahead, Xi expressed his commitment to collaborating with Vietnamese leaders to seize the opportunity presented by the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties and the China-Vietnam Year of People-to-People Exchanges. \"We should keep in mind our original mission and forge ahead on the new journey toward socialist modernization,\" he said, aiming to deliver greater benefits to both peoples and contribute to the revitalization of the world socialist cause and human development.
The reaffirmation of strong ties between China and Vietnam underscores the strategic importance both nations place on their partnership. As they navigate the complexities of global affairs, their commitment to deepening mutual trust and cooperation signals a shared vision for the future.
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Xi aims for better China-Vietnam community with shared future
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